KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed optimism in his New Year address, stating his belief that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has both the willingness and capability to end the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Zelensk…
SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS: A 6.2 magnitude earthquake rocked the South Atlantic islands on Wednesday, according to data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 77.7 kilometers (48.2 miles) off the South S…
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s regional leader, William Lai Ching-te, emphasized the need for Taiwan to enhance its defense budget to fortify its capabilities and affirm its commitment to security. In his 2025 New Year’s address, Lai articulated the importance of p…